Dairy-Free Couscous with Raisins
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant and aromatic **Dairy-Free Couscous with Raisins**, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors that's ready in just 20 minutes. Fluffy couscous is infused with warm spices like cinnamon and cumin, while plump raisins provide a natural touch of sweetness. A drizzle of olive oil ensures a light, dairy-free base, and toasted slivered almonds add a delightful crunch. Fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice brighten every bite, creating a wholesome dish that's perfect as a side or a standalone light meal. Quick, nutritious, and loaded with flavor, this easy recipe is a must-try for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup slivered almonds
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat 1.25 cups of water in a medium saucepan until it reaches a boil.
Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 0.25 teaspoon of ground cumin to the boiling water.
Stir in 0.5 cup of raisins, then remove the saucepan from heat.
Add 1 cup of couscous and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the saucepan. Cover the pan and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until the couscous has absorbed the water.
Meanwhile, lightly toast 0.25 cup of slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains.
Add the toasted almonds, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the couscous. Stir gently to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm as a side dish or a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.4 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1518 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.8 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1030 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
